DISC CULTIVATORRANGE

Disc Cultivator Range

DISC CULTIVATORRANGE

UNICO M 4

MASCHIO's range of Disc Cultivators provides a strategic solution for management of surface residues and alignment of land at depths between 10 and 15 cm. The range of Disc Cultivators comprises 3 models: VELOCE, UFO TZAR and ADMIRAL. They share the high gap between the element and the carefully designed spaces of the frame, thereby allowing work speeds be-tween 12 and 15 Km/h to the benefit of efficiency and operating performance.

Incorporation of residuesUnlike conventional tillage, using disc assembly limits soil turning only to the top 10-15 cm, thereby ensuring an increase in organic substance on the surface. The surface resi-due is cut and re-mixed with the soil to create an optimal environment for the develop-ment of micro-organisms and improvement in soil fertility.

Resetting the structure of the soilIn the long term, working only a single stratum active to a depth of 15 cm also improves the structure of the soil, making it richer in Organic Substance: The land thereby becomes ideal for easier refining as well as for the development of crops.

Weed controlTo achieve maximum potential yield, the growth of weeds must be fully controlled while using th3e least possible chemicals to ensure economic and environmental savings.

AGRONOMIC BENEFITS

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INDEXVELOCESurface disc cult ivator 4 UFO TZARCombined cult ivator 12

ADMIRALCombined cult ivator 20

Higher profitabilityEfficiency, versatility and lower consumption are the features shared by Maschio Gas-pardo disc systems built in close cooperation with farmers: in this way, minimum tillage concepts are merged to reduce management costs and processing times.

ECONOMIC BENEFITS

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VELOCESurface disc cultivator

VELOCE

Mounted, fixed frameFixed frame versions are available measuring 2.5 to 4 m. Hydraulic adjustment of the standard roller makes it easy to achieve the correct work depth. Effec-tive on the soil and efficient in the open field, they ensure optimal production capacity and reduced consumption thanks to high speed operations of up to 15 km/h.

VELOCE

Tractor power

Working width

Transport width

Working depth

N° discs Weight

HP (cm) (cm) (cm) (Ø - n) (kg)*

250 80-90 250 255 10 510 - 20 1480

300 100-110 300 300 10 510 - 24 1665

350 120-130 350 345 10 510 - 28 1835

400 140-150 400 405 10 510 - 32 2005

MODELS AVAILABLE

VELOCE - fast in name and fact!VELOCE is a lightweight disc assembly ideal for managing crop residues and refining the land to prepare the seed bed and bury liquid fertilizer. Thanks to 800 mm of rank spacing, optimal soil flow is assured in every working condition.

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VELOCE

Tractor power

Working width

Transport width

Working depth

N° discs Weight

HP (cm) (cm) (cm) (Ø - n) (kg)*

400 120-160 400 300 10 510 - 32 2690

500 150-200 500 300 10 510 - 40 3065

600 180-240 600 300 10 510 - 48 3380

PRESTO

Tractor power

Working width

Transport width

Working depth

N° discs Weight

HP (cm) (cm) (cm) (Ø - n) (kg)*

400 100-160 400 300 08-12 510 - 32 3190

500 125-200 500 300 08-12 510 - 40 3710

600 150-240 600 300 08-12 510 - 48 3990

Mounted, folding frame Folding models available from 4 to 6 m with hydraulic roller work depth adjust-ment are an optimal compromise between compactness and work capacity (up to 6 metres!).

Semi-mounted, folding frame The semi-mounted model is the version complete with transporter carriage for 4 to 6 metre versions. Convenient and easy to handle, it allows combination with less powerful tractors. Even greater freedom of movement means that the disc set can better follow the profile of the land to ensure optimal working.

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Versatility at the highest levels

Multiple advantages for every needThanks to its impressive versatility and sturdiness, VELOCE can be used in any situation: from working stub-ble on hard ground to burial of the cover-crop and refining the land after ploughing to ensure versatility all year round.

Depth managementThe front of the machine has a plate with a graduated scale clearly visible from the cab of the tractor that continuously in-dicates the depth at which the machine is working, thereby im-proving operator comfort.

Zone 1The two 510 mm rows of discs mean that the soil profile can be worked to a depth of 10 cm.The distance between the two rows has been increased to 800 mm to ensure optimal soil flow even in the presence of residues, thereby allowing work-speeds of up to 15 km/h while perfectly mixing the soil and the residues.

Zone 1

800 mm

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No imperfectionA new solution has been developed to improve lateral refining in tillage work: a square guard in place of the classic disc.It is easy to set and ensures complete retention even when large amounts of residue are involved.If the right settings are made before commencing work, no line or furrow will be seen between one pass and the next.

Zone 2The land worked by the two rows of front discs is compacted by the rear roller to ensure the best conditions for uniform sowing.Thanks to the huge range of rollers available, a solution for every type of land is within easy reach.

Zone 2

Hydraulic settingThe work depth is adjusted by the rear roller by means of an hydraulic system managed by the operator comfortably from the cab of the tractor even during the task itself, thereby making continual variations possible.

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Effective discs

Compact work frontThe discs are mounted on independent suspensions and are spaced by 25 cm as well as staggered over the two rows to pro-vide a very aggressive work front that at the same time ensures optimal flow of soil and/or residue in very work condition.

Disc with 15 teethIdeal for surface refining of the land and seed bed preparation.

Oversized discsVELOCE discs are in high-strength boron steel to ensure the least possible wear even on tenacious ground. The 510 mm diameter ensures a work depth of around 10 cm that is ideal for burying residues as well as refining clods. Reduced convexity ensures great soil penetration simplicity on a par with the power absorbed.

VELOCE

Disc with 9 teethVery aggressive and inci-sive. Ideal for surfaces rich in residue.

Ø 510 mm

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AGRIHUB - cutting maintenance levels!The hubs on each disc are hinged on special opposed taper bear-ings. The bearing is protected against dust, mud and dirt by a special gasket and a bolted cover to ensure maximum reliability. The hub is designed to ensure the best Performances and mini-mal maintenance: there is no need to grease the individual discs at regular intervals!

No compromisesTo ensure maximum work quality above and below the surface, every disc is mounted on its own support with a "Silent Block" shock absorber.

Designed in the tiniest detailThe disc support is designed to facilitate maximum soil flow inside and outside the disc, especially at high speeds. The slightly curved shape improves absorp-tion of roughness for even better working stability.

Silent blockOptimal compromise between compactness, weight and perfor-mance, every VELOCE disc has a specific Silent Block shock ab-sorber system: The 4 high strength rubber cylinders absorb flex-ibility to ensure stiffness across the entire set of disks and thereby the capacity to absorb land roughness. This system does not re-quire any kind of maintenance and greasing.

Travel 10 cm

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Select the roller bestsuited to your farm

Cage rollerIdeal for dry ground, providing good refining and surface levelling. The ø 600 mm diameter is ideal for reducing excessive clods. The limited weight reduces the rear overhang for better hook-up with lightweight tractors.

Rubber rollerIdeal for dry and even heavy ground; helps develop an optimal seed bed by creating a compact surface stratum. The moisture in the soil is trapped and allows rapid germination of the crop. It is especially indicated for sowing cereals with 12.5 cm rows.

Ring roller and U rollerThese roller models offer maximum in-use versatility, especially on wet land that has to be levelled and consolidated without ex-cessive compaction. Compact bands alternating with unworked bands are created on the ground that encourage the exchange of air and water while avoiding the formation of surface crusts or stagnant water.

Ø 600 mm

Ø 600 mm

Ø 600 mm

VELOCE

Ø 600 mm

PACKER ROLLERIdeal for dry and even heavy ground; the Packer roller helps de-velop an optimal seed bed by obtaining a compact surface stra-tum. After the pass, the soil retains moisture to promote rapid germination of the crop.

Ø 560 mm

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Multi-purpose scattering For sowing coverage crops in a single pass or to integrate nutri-ents, Maschio Gaspardo offers the application of a scatter sowing kit. The hopper (400, 500 and 600 litres) ensures reasonable work autonomy and - thanks to the rear access ladder - refilling is fast and safe. An interchangeable roller distributor is placed under the hopper to spread seeds or fertilizer.The electric or hydraulic doser can dialogues with the tractor's GPS for automatic dosing control.

On-road transport (folding versions)For on-road transport, mounted and semi-mounted versions are fitted with hydraulic frame locking for an overall width of just 3 metres.

On-road transport (3 metre version)The outermost pairs of discs can be folded inwards during transport to ensure that the equipment lies within on-road circulation limits. This solution was necessary in order to allow an effective working width of 3 metres.

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UFO TZARHeavy-duty disc cultivator

UFO TZAR

Fixed frameAvailable with working widths of 2.5 to 4 m, the fixed frame UFO model en-sures excellent performance thanks to its tubular structure combined with broad spacing of disc ranks. All fixed models are equipped with oscillating springs having a cross-section of 40x40 mm.

UFO - FIXED FRAME

Tractor power

Working width

Transport width

Working depth

N° discs Weight

HP (cm) (cm) (cm) (Ø - n) (kg)*

250 80-90 250 255 10 610 - 20 1480

300 100-110 300 300 10 610 - 24 1665

350 120-130 350 345 10 610 - 28 1835

400 140-150 400 405 10 610 - 32 2005

MODELS AVAILABLE

Residue... NO PROBLEM!UFO is a disc cultivator for intensive work on land and residue. The sturdy structure together with a 610 mm disc set ensures improved application versatility in reaching a work depth of 15 cm.

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UFO - FOLDING FRAME

Tractor power

Working width

Transport width

Working depth

N° discs Weight

HP (cm) (cm) (cm) (Ø - n) (kg)*

400 100-160 400 300 08-12 610 - 32 3190

500 125-200 500 300 08-12 610 - 40 3710

600 150-240 600 300 08-12 610 - 48 3990

Folding frameUFO is available as a semi-mounted or towed folding version of 4 to 6 m in width. Maximum productivity thanks to high work speeds and a work width of up to 6 m.The entire range is equipped with C-shaped spring supports having a cross-section of 80 x 20 mm.

360° applicationDesigned multi-purpose 360° applications, UFO's frame combines sturdiness and flexibility: The two ranks spaced by 1000 mm ensure optimal soil flow, while narrow and staggered discs (25 cm on the 2 ranks) ensure excellent refining of the soil and surface residue management. The large free space together with C-shaped springs mean that work is possible even in the most difficult conditions.

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Versatility at the highest levels

Containment under controlOn both outer sides of the disc set there are two containment discs that can be adjusted in relation to height and angle: they help maintain the flow of soil inside the equipment's work front.

Zone 1 - Cutting and mixingThe two rows of front discs separated by 1000 mm cut the ground and bury the residue. The 25 cm spacing between discs in the same row ensures appropriate flow of product, while the arrangement of the two rows is staggered by 17.5 cm to ensure high work uniformity even at depth.

Zone 1

A lethal combinationThe combination of c-shaped spring, Culti-Hub and ø 610 mm disc allows all the power of the tractor to be ex-erted on the ground as well as soil refining enhanced by the high work speed (ideal at around 15 km/h).

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Working depthThe equipment's work depth can be adjusted between 6 and 15 centimetres using manual roller pin adjustment. The work depth increases when the lower pin is engaged in a lower hole and decreases when the same pin is engaged in a higher hole.

Zone 2 - Levelling and refiningThe vibrating effect generated by the support of the dual pivoting roller, combined with the different rotation speed of the two rollers in view of their different diameters (460 mm and 430 mm), creates an amplified breaking effect that significant reduces surface clodding. The pivoting system means that the ground is tracked more uni-formly for better soil levelling.

Zone 2

Easy adjustment for maximum pullThe solution with two rows of discs in line simplifies setting operations. Having made sure that the machine works at right angles to the ground, the opposing arrangement of the discs eliminates possible drifting effects for maximum working com-fort and ease of use.

PIVOTING ROLLER FOR BETTER

SOIL LEVELLING

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Work units

The discThe 610 mm disc ensures a work depth up to 15 cm, ideal not only for burying residue but also for refining the soil, for example after ploughing. Two disc versions are available depending on the amount of residue:• large amount of residue (crownwheel with 9 grooves)• small amount of residue (crownwheel with 15 grooves).

New C-Shaped SpringUFO's support and shock absorber system combine to create the "C-Shaped Spring". Compact design en-sures optimal flow of material between the discs, while the special steel for springs used ensures reliability and flexibility even in heavy-duty conditions.The spring is designed to be strong yet free to vibrate, capable of absorbing high speed stresses and then discharge them as a vibration effect that amplifies soil refining.There is no need for maintenance, thereby reducing downtimes and running costs.

UFO

200 mm

Ø 510 mmØ 610 mm

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CULTI-HUB: performance and reliabilityThe disc hubs fitted to UFO are characterised by extremely high performance in all work conditions.

Heavy duty bearingUFO is fitted with an oblique, dual crown ball bearings just like those used on truck and trailer axles.

Duo-cone Maximum protection against external agents thanks to the Duo-Cone seal: two opposing tapered metal rings separated by a thin film of oil - as al-ready used in heavy duty machinery such as excavators and augurs.

LubricationOil bath lubrication protects moving organs against excessive friction and reduces routine maintenance times.

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Select the roller bestsuited to your farm

Cage rollerIdeal for dry ground, providing good refining and surface levelling. The ø 600 mm diameter is ideal for reducing excessive clods. The limited weight reduces the rear overhang for better hook-up with lightweight tractors.

Rubber rollerIdeal for dry and even heavy ground; helps develop an optimal seed bed by creating a compact surface stratum. The moisture in the soil is trapped and allows rapid germination of the crop. It is especially indicated for sowing cereals with 12.5 cm rows.

Ring roller and U rollerThese roller models offer maximum in-use versatility, especially on wet land that has to be levelled and consolidated without ex-cessive compaction. Compact bands alternating with unworked bands are created on the ground that encourage the exchange of air and water while avoiding the formation of surface crusts or stagnant water.

Ø 600 mm

UFO

Ø 600 mm

PACKER ROLLERIdeal for dry and even heavy ground; the Packer roller helps de-velop an optimal seed bed by obtaining a compact surface stra-tum. After the pass, the soil retains moisture to promote rapid germination of the crop.

Ø 600 mm

Ø 600 mm

Ø 560 mm

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2-point pivoting hitchThe rigid (semi-mounted) and folding versions of UFO are equipped with a 2-point pivoting hitch allowing a steering angle of 180° as well as excellent manoeuvrability during end of field turning and on-road transport.

Enclosed in just 3 metresFor on-road transport, semi-mounted versions are fitted with hy-draulic frame locking for an overall width of just 3 metres. To re-duce compaction of the ground in headlands, oversized 700/40-22.5 wheels can be requested. depending on the Highway Code, an hydraulic or pneumatic braking kit can be selected.

Towed versionIf requested, a rigid Heavy Duty CAT 4 ø 62 mm eyebolt is available for towed versions of the machine.

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ADMIRALHeavy-duty disc set

ADMIRAL

A unique version for important requirementsADMIRAL is only available as a 8.50 m version capable to meeting the needs of farmers in very demanding conditions of use.

4 seasons, always in the field: not just a run-of-the-mill disc set!• Broad free space between discs: high versatility• High clearancemaximum flow• 4 rows of discs for intensive soil refinement • Large diameter discs: complete burial of residue• Combined rear section (toothed harrow + roller): optimal levelling

MAIZE SOY WHEAT

RICE COVER CROPS REFINING

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Clearly visible, hands-on results!Its 68 discs fear no obstacle: the cut, mix and bury for always efficient results.

Extreme PerformanceDesigned for large farms, ADMIRAL is a disc set conceived by Mascho Gaspardo for the most extreme work-ing conditions. The need for ever larger working ranges makes ADMIRAL the perfect choice for this demanding task. The "extreme" features of its disc set make it versatile in every situation: from cold, heavy land to wet and peaty sites with high residue even in the presence of shale.

* with rollers ** without rollers

Transport height

Length * Work speed

Folding frame

Power required

Discs Weight **

cm m Km/h Sections HP No. (kg)

430 10,2 12 3 280 - 360 68 9400

ADMIRAL

Working depth

Overall width

Transport width

cm cm cm

850 8-15 850 415

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Designed for large sites

1a and 1b - Unstoppable disc set The disc set is fitted with 4 rows of discs arranged in pairs spaced 1000 mm from each other. The 68 discs are fitted every 50 cm inside the same row and staggered by 25 cm between 2 rows. The overall effect of the 4 rows combined ensures a good compromise between refining and versatility.

Zone 1 a

Thinking bigThe solid, sturdy frame takes the concept of conventional disc sets to extreme levels: the outcome is a unique attachment. Along the frame after the drawbar, there are 4 ranks of 610 mm discs spaced 50 cm from each other. At the rear of the disc set, a toothed harrow manages the flow of soil. Lastly, a roller uniformly flattens and levels the surface. In the middle, a row of large-diameter wheels helps maintain the required work depth.

Drawbar with shock absorberIn order to lessen stresses on the drawbar and the tractor hitch, the drawbar on the ADMIRAL system has a safety spring shock absorb-er which protects the structure during work and transport stages alike.

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Assured performance To ensure even easier adjustment and effective pull, the disc layout is designed to cancel out any possible lateral drift effects.

Unique on the market!Thanks to the design of the dual pair of disc sets fitted in sequence, ADMIRAL introduces a new concept for minimum tillage machin-ery. a single pass effectively mixes and buries soil and stubble. The breaking action on soil and residue makes ADMIRAL a unique item of equipment on the market.

2 - Depth under controlThe central section has 4 pairs of tan-dem wheels for a precise response to bumpy ground while maintaining the correct work depth up to 15 cm.

Zone 2

3 - Designed for high speedsThe rear section is fitted with a toothed harrow (70 cm) arranged over 3 rows in order to manage the high flow of soil and redistribute it uniformly.

4 - Surface reconsolidationA rear roller flattens and reconsoli-dates the surface to leave the ground perfectly levelled.

Zone 1 b Zone 3 Zone 4

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Disc/Hub/Spring

Tested on everything!To ensure maximum performance and reliability, the "C-shaped spring" in special high-strength steels for such springs was developed after ex-tensive stress tests to improve resistance to stress and then return to the initial position.

ADMIRAL

200 mm

Ø 510 mmØ 610 mm

"C-shaped spring": sturdy yet flexibleEach disc has a spring shock absorber designed specifically to ensure flexibility and sturdi-ness. This special C-shaped spring ensures a large free clearance and high vertical travel (20 cm) so that every kind of obstacle can be over-come.

Aggressive profileADMIRAL is fitted with a slightly concave 610 mm disc that always en-sures an effective cut on any type of surface.

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360° protectionEach disc is installed on special, oversized "CULTI-HUBs" to ensure even more reliability. The 2 taper bearing are immersed in an oil bath and protected by a special system of seals against water and mud.

Simple and reliableThe disc set work depth is managed by the depth wheels in the central section. A mechanical stop regulates the piston travel limit and sets the depth in relation to work requirements.Convenient adjustment using the handle located in a frontal position.

Adjustment of wings and main bodyIf the work depth is not the same across the entire work front, the height of the side wheels must be adjusted.If the work depth of the wings is less than that of the central frame, the mechanical tie-rod must be used to shorten the "L" and transfer more weight towards the external part.On the contrary, of the work depth of the wings is more than that of the central frame, the mechanical tie-rod must be extended until the ma-chine is completely balanced.

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For every condition

Rear rollerThe rear roller can be set in 2 positions:1 - Work position where, thanks to a spring, the pressure exerted on the ground is equal to 170 kg to ensure uniform refining and lev-elling.2 - A pin can be used to lift and exclude the work roller if the ground is too wet to avoid the risk of clogging.

Hay spreader harrowThe rear harrow can be adjusted in several posi-tions in relation to ground conditions.In very difficult work conditions (such as wet ground, high amounts of residue, etc.), it is possible to ex-clude the entire harrow in position 5.

UFO

Type of ground Amount of residue

Position

Hard ground Low Pos. 2Hard ground High Pos. 2Loose ground Low Pos. 2Loose ground High Pos. 3Wet ground Low Pos. 2Wet ground High Pos. 3

170kg

Roller travel up to 400 mm

POS.2

POS.3

POS.4 POS.

5POS.1

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Blade rollerFor further soil refining, a blade-type rear roller is available that combines the aggressive profile with high rotation speed to en-hance the breaking effect.

Safe transportADMIRAL comprises 3 fold-up sections for a transport length of 4.30 m. The 4 sup-port wheels, together with the drawbar c/w shock-absorber, ensure safe transport even on uneven ground in the countryside.

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